BTS continues to make history in the U.S. music market, racking up another round of platinum certifications from the RIAA, extending their record as the most-certified K-pop act ever.
🏆 4 New Platinum Singles Added
On June 24 (KST), the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) updated its official Gold & Platinum certifications. BTS earned platinum status (1M+ units) for the following singles:
- RUN
- Blood Sweat & Tears
- DNA
- FAKE LOVE
With these additions, BTS now boasts a total of 13 platinum-certified singles and albums—the most ever for a Korean artist under RIAA's system.
💿 Record-Breaking Milestone with 'Dynamite'
Last year, BTS made history when Dynamite received a 5x Platinum certification, signifying over 5 million units sold—a first for any K-pop group.
🥇 Gold Certifications Also Updated
BTS also picked up gold certifications (500K+ units) for five additional tracks:
- Save ME
- Spring Day
- ON
- Black Swan
- Permission to Dance
📊 What RIAA Certifications Mean
- Gold: 500,000+ units
- Platinum: 1,000,000+ units
- Multi-Platinum: 2,000,000+ units
- Diamond: 10,000,000+ units
With these new updates, BTS has once again proven their global influence—not just as K-pop icons, but as world-class record-breaking artists in the U.S. music scene.
